Regenerative Therapies Summit 2026
July 30 – Aug 2, 2026 | Torrey Pines, California
Join the Physicians Defining the Future of Regenerative Therapies
Patient Demand For Regenerative Therapies Is Moving Faster Than Most Practices
Patients are actively seeking regenerative therapies that deliver measurable results, and practitioners across specialties recognize the shift, but many lack the structured training, legal clarity, and practice infrastructure to implement them safely and effectively.
The Regenerative Therapies Summit brings together leading experts and forward-thinking clinicians for a focused, multidisciplinary experience designed to close that gap.
This is not theoretical CME—it’s where you refine clinical skills, build a regenerative framework within your practice, and reconnect with the purpose that brought you into medicine, so you can elevate both your outcomes and your impact on patients.
Entering its 10th year, ARTS has trained hundreds of physicians across multiple specialties in regenerative therapies.
Who This Summit Is For:
This is a Working Meeting for Physicians Integrating Regenerative Therapies Into Clinical Practice.
Where Do You Fit in the Regenerative Conversation?
• Early Adopter — Already using biologics. Looking to refine protocols and compare notes with peers.
• Curious Integrator — Seeing the shift, not yet in it. Want structured training and a clear path to integration.
• Clinical Skeptic — Want the evidence before the commitment. Asking whether current treatments restore biology or just manage symptoms.
Wherever you are, the ARTS Summit gives you the science and clinical experience to move forward with clarity.
Already Confirmed Faculty Include
Timothy Marten, MD
Renowned Facelift Authority
Alexis Verpaele, MD, PhD
Co-Developer of the MACS lift and Nanofat
Ramon Llull, MD, PhD
Adipose Therapeutics Research Pioneer
Robert Alexander, MD, DMD, FICS
20-Year Pioneer in Regenerative Therapies
Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICS
Triple Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
John Cole, MD
FUE Hair Restoration Pioneer
Ashkan Ghavami, MD
Celebrity Beverly Hills Surgeon
Daniel Gould, MD, PhD
Bioengineering Plastic Surgery Expert
Adellcho Nobel Hansen, M.Sc, MD, FABAM
Battle-Tested Global Implementer
Robert J. Harman, DVM, MPVM
Veterinary Stem Cell Innovator
Moises Irizarry-Roman, MD
Sports Medicine Expert – “The BoxDoc”
Ethan Kellum, MD
Regenerative Medicine Specialist
Marc Mani, MD
Scarless Facelift Innovator
Tess Mauricio, MD, FAAD
Stanford-Trained Celebrity Dermatologist
Randy Miller, MD
Global Stem Cell Expert
Allan Mishra, MD
Stanford PRP Research Pioneer
Shoib Myint, DO, FAOCO
Oculoplastic Reconstructive Pioneer
Rowan Paul, MD
Regenerative Sports Medicine Pioneer
Greg Pataki, MD
Fat Grafting Humanitarian Surgeon
Ziv Peled, MD
Peripheral Nerve & Migraine Innovator
Marla Reynolds
Fractional CFO
Matthew Stokes, DNP
Precision Pain Management Innovator
Anne Troung, MD
Men’s Regenerative Health Leader
Ryan Welter, MD, PhD
Hair Restoration Cell Therapist
What You’ll Gain From Attending
Immediate Clinical Implementation
Protocols you can apply Monday morning — working procedures, not lectures.
Hands-On Guidance From Experts
Small group, realistic, guided training that helps you refine your skills, master new approaches, and gain confidence through direct, hands-on practice.
Regenerative Revenue Architecture
Structure, marketing, and legal protection for a profitable service line.
Peer Innovation Network
A cross-specialty cohort advancing regenerative medicine together.
Experience the Summit in Motion
Introducing Our New Venue for 2026
The 2026 Regenerative Therapies Summit will take place at the Hilton La Jolla – Torrey Pines, surrounded by stunning cliffs and coastal landscapes. Attendees can explore nearby trails, ocean overlooks, world-famous golf, and convenient lodging options — all just steps from the conference hall.
Choose the Pass That Fits Your Practice Goals
All pass options include access to select recordings and post-event materials.
Insight Pass – The Main Event
July 30 – August 1, 2026
$1,495
Limited to 150 attendees
Insights Pass $1,695
after July 1, 2026
Ideal for clinicians seeking high-level learning through expert-led presentations and panels on principles and the latest scientific research.
Includes:
- √ Full Access to All Didactic Sessions
- √ Evidence-Based Lectures from Global Regenerative Experts
- √ Insights on the Benefits of Shifting to a Regenerative Lifestyle Practice
- √ Breakfast, Breaks, and Lunch
- √ Thursday Night Welcome Reception
- √ Meaningful Connections with Fellow Innovators
√ Cross-Specialty Conversations and Dialogue - √ Access to the Exhibit Hall to engage with industry leaders
- √ Q&A Sessions
- √ Live Patient Demo
- √ Access to all session recordings
- √ Summit Welcome Tote
Best For: Practitioners who are interested in and want to stay updated on the latest advances in regenerative therapies and reconnect with the reason they chose the field of medicine.
Register for Insight PassInsight + Immersion Pass
July 30 – August 2, 2026
$3,295
Limited to 50 attendees
Insight + Immersion Pass $3,595
after July 1, 2026
Put Principles into Practice. Take what you learn from the presentations and practice them in this multispecialty hands-on cadaver lab led by our expert faculty.
Includes:
- √ Everything in the Insight Pass
- √ PLUS access to the multispecialty hands-on cadaver lab with multiple stations covering:
- • Office-Based Fat Harvesting
- • How to Process Microfat and Nanofat
• PRP and Bone Barrow Preparation - • Ultrasound Guided Injections for Joints and Peripheral Nerve Pain
- • Peripheral Nerve Anatomy
- • Microfat/Nanofat injection to Face and Hands
- • Safe Breast & Buttocks Augmentation with Microfat
- • Applications of Biologics for Arthritis and Degenerative Conditions
- • Facelift with Microfat and Nanofat
- • Oculoplasty
- √ Breakfast & Grab & Go Lunch on Sunday
- √ Course Material Book
Best For: Practitioners who are ready to put insights into practice or experienced practitioners looking to refine their skills and expand into cross-specialty treatments.
Upgrade to Insight + Immersion PassReady to find the experience that best supports your growth?
Explore the complete overview of each pass—including faculty, workshops, and special access opportunities.
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Private Facelift Master Class
Train directly with Dr. Timothy Marten and Dr. Alexis Verpaele in a rare hands-on surgical mentorship experience.
Limited to 14 surgeons, this private post-conference lab provides personalized instruction and the opportunity to refine advanced facelift techniques on your own cadaver specimen. This is advanced execution, not observation.
What You Will Refine• High SMAS facelift technique• MACS lift refinement• Neck lift structural techniques• Structural fat transfer integration• Intraoperative decision-making
What Makes This Experience Different
Each surgeon receives:✓ Their own cadaver specimen✓ Direct instruction from two of the world’s leading facelift surgeons✓ Hands-on surgical refinement in an intimate setting✓ Immediate feedback and technique correction
This format allows for deep learning and individualized coaching rarely available in conference settings.
Only 14 surgeons can participate. Once seats are filled, registration closes.
Why Past Attendees Recommend Attending
“SDARTS is one of the best meetings that you can go to if you’re in an early stage of implementing fat into your practice. I strongly recommend younger surgeons to come to this meeting so they can learn more about how to utilize the technology, how to integrate it into their practice, and to understand the biology behind what they’re doing”
– Daniel Gould, MD, PhD
“If you’re looking to add biologics to your practice or want to better harness the power of adipose, this conference is ideal. Whether you’re a plastic surgeon, orthopedic surgeon, or non-operative musculoskeletal physician, it will help you become more comfortable incorporating biologics, understanding when, how, and how much to use.”
– Kristin Oliver, MD, MPH
“The SDARTS conference is one of my favorites because it brings together various specialties and evolving knowledge on fat usage. It combines basic science, orthopedics, plastic surgery, pain management, and urogenital topics, allowing for the exchange of ideas to enhance how we use fat in our practices, which ultimately makes us even better.”
– Ziv Peled, MD
Your Summit Experience, At a Glance
Explore the daily rhythm of presentations, hands-on learning, and opportunities for connection throughout this four-day immersive event. The schedule below outlines the flow of each day so you can easily plan your Summit experience.
8:30am
Breakfast
9:30am
Presentations
12:30pm
Lunch
1:30pm
Presentations
3:30pm
Break
4:00pm
Presentations
5:00pm
Cocktails & Complications
6:00pm
Welcome Reception
7:00am
Breakfast
8:00am
Presentations
10:00am
Break
10:30am
Presentations
12:30pm
Lunch
1:30pm
Presentations
3:30pm
Break
4:00pm
Presentations
6:30pm
Adjourn
7:00am
Breakfast
7:45am
Presentations
10:15am
Break
11:00am
Presentations
1:00pm
Lunch
2:00pm
Presentations
5:30pm
Adjourn
6:30pm
Saturday Night Social
(Exclusive to Insight + Immersion & Insight + Face-to-Face Passes)
7:00am
Breakfast
8:00am
Hands-On Cadaver Workshops
12:00pm
Grab & Go Lunch
12:30pm
Hands-On Cadaver Workshops
2:30pm
Adjourn
This is Practice Infrastructure
The Summit produces measurable change:
• new procedures
• diversified revenue
• practice health
• peer network
• long-term positioning
This is a strategic upgrade.
Reserve your spot for the world’s premier regenerative therapies summit.
Limited space available — Attendance capped to preserve quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The summit is open to all healthcare professionals and industry partners — including plastic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, dermatologists, orthopedic surgeons, pain management specialists, oculoplastic surgeons, nurse practitioners, residents, fellows, researchers, educators, injectors, ultrasound techs, allied healthcare providers, holistic and regenerative-focused practitioners, industry representatives, and media and press correspondents.
If your practice or work touches regenerative medicine, this summit is built for you.
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The Academy of Regenerative Therapies & Science can issue Visa Support Letters on request. To request a letter, please register for the summit and ensure your full name is correct, then email info@sdarts.com to request the letter with your passport number and nationality.
Please note that these letters are issued only after confirmation of registration and full payment of registration fees. -
Yes! Participants are eligible for Self-Declared CME Category 2 Credits. You may use this form to submit your credits.
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The official hotel for the Summit is the Hilton La Jolla – Torrey Pines, however, you are welcome to book accommodations at the hotel of your preference. Click here for a list of recommended hotels in the area.
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All participants and exhibitors are provided with Breakfast, Lunch, and Breaks Thursday, July 30, through Saturday, August 1. Additionally, there will be hors d’oeuvres at the Welcome Reception on Thursday evening. Participants with Insight + Immersion and Insight + Face-to-Face Passes will also be provided Breakfast and Grab & Go Lunch on Sunday, August 2.
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Yes! Torrey Pines Golf Course is a public course operated by the city of San Diego. Tee times are available for booking up to 90 days in advance. Click here to learn more.